PHYS 141

Today’s Study Plan · Test 3
Today’s A-grade path

Learn the setup first, then practice.

Start with the equation sheet and a teacher-style example. Once the idea makes sense, move into multiple choice, then written problems.

Priority stack

The four things to lock first

Test 3 is mostly bookkeeping. Name what changes, choose energy or momentum, then check units and answer format.

Fast rule: do not start with equations. First ask: is this work/energy, power, momentum, or a collision?
Next move

Build confidence before the quiz pressure

Use this order when the material is new: equation sheet → answer key → worked example → low-pressure check → full practice.

Canvas check

Before submitting a number

Check the equation family, units, sign direction, magnitude, and sig figs. If the value looks right but the online box rejects it, try the plain-number version and the E-notation version.